Brandenburgische Landesstelle für Suchtfragen

The Brandenburgische Landesstelle für Suchtfragen e.V. (BLS) is a central institution in the state of Brandenburg dedicated to the development, promotion, and coordination of addiction prevention and support for individuals with addiction issues.

• Addiction Prevention: The BLS offers comprehensive programs and measures for the prevention of addiction diseases tailored to various target groups, including adolescents, adults, and specific professional groups[4][5].
• Support for Individuals with Addiction Issues: The organization coordinates and supports assistance offers for people with dependency disorders, including therapeutic and counseling services.
• Training and Workshops: The BLS regularly conducts training and workshops for professionals and interested parties to strengthen knowledge and practical skills in the field of addiction prevention and support. Examples include training for navigators in the Navigator Network Brandenburg and topic- and target group-specific in-house training sessions[4][3].

The main mission of the BLS is to promote the health and well-being of the population in Brandenburg through effective addiction prevention and support. The organization advocates for an inclusive and supportive environment where individuals with addiction issues can receive appropriate help and support. Values such as empathy, expertise, and interdisciplinary collaboration form the foundation of the BLS's work[1][4].

• Networking of Support Systems: The BLS works closely with other organizations and institutions to improve the networking of support systems for people with disabilities and addiction issues. This includes the development of networking meetings and the creation of curricula for interdisciplinary collaboration[1].
• Interdisciplinary Project Work: By participating in interdisciplinary projects and involving peers and subject matter experts, it is ensured that the offerings of the BLS are up-to-date with the latest research and practice.
• Continuing Education and Training: The regular continuing education offerings help ensure that professionals are continuously trained and can expand their competencies to meet the needs of clients[4][3].

The BLS is also active in specific areas such as supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities and addiction issues, for example, through the implementation of the prevention program DIDAK®. These initiatives demonstrate the comprehensive approach of the BLS in addiction support and prevention[1].

• 1 - https://www.liga-brandenburg.de/Vernetzung-von-Sucht-und-Behindertenhilfe-1037725.pdf
• 2 - https://www.ueberbrueckungshilfe-unternehmen.de/Content/Downloads/Hinweise-zu-den-Programmbedingungen/ergaenzender-leitfaden-verbundunternehmen.pdf?__blob=publicationFile&v=5
• 3 - https://www.tannenhof.de/fortbildung/
• 4 - https://www.blsev.de
• 5 - https://www.blsev.de/newsletter-archiv/newsletter14-2016/newsletter-anzeigen.html